2000 Honda NSX vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 465 kg more than 2000 Honda NSX.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda NSX | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Honda | Mercury |
Model | NSX | Mariner |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 2262 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |